Download or read book Ask a Manager written by Alison Green and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2018-05-01 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the creator of the popular website Ask a Manager and New York’s work-advice columnist comes a witty, practical guide to 200 difficult professional conversations—featuring all-new advice! There’s a reason Alison Green has been called “the Dear Abby of the work world.” Ten years as a workplace-advice columnist have taught her that people avoid awkward conversations in the office because they simply don’t know what to say. Thankfully, Green does—and in this incredibly helpful book, she tackles the tough discussions you may need to have during your career. You’ll learn what to say when • coworkers push their work on you—then take credit for it • you accidentally trash-talk someone in an email then hit “reply all” • you’re being micromanaged—or not being managed at all • you catch a colleague in a lie • your boss seems unhappy with your work • your cubemate’s loud speakerphone is making you homicidal • you got drunk at the holiday party Praise for Ask a Manager “A must-read for anyone who works . . . [Alison Green’s] advice boils down to the idea that you should be professional (even when others are not) and that communicating in a straightforward manner with candor and kindness will get you far, no matter where you work.”—Booklist (starred review) “The author’s friendly, warm, no-nonsense writing is a pleasure to read, and her advice can be widely applied to relationships in all areas of readers’ lives. Ideal for anyone new to the job market or new to management, or anyone hoping to improve their work experience.”—Library Journal (starred review) “I am a huge fan of Alison Green’s Ask a Manager column. This book is even better. It teaches us how to deal with many of the most vexing big and little problems in our workplaces—and to do so with grace, confidence, and a sense of humor.”—Robert Sutton, Stanford professor and author of The No Asshole Rule and The Asshole Survival Guide “Ask a Manager is the ultimate playbook for navigating the traditional workforce in a diplomatic but firm way.”—Erin Lowry, author of Broke Millennial: Stop Scraping By and Get Your Financial Life Together

Download or read book Confessions from Your Token Black Colleague written by Talisa Lavarry and published by Yum Yum Morale LLC Publishing House. This book was released on 2020-08-21 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the aftermath of the George Floyd killing in 2020, as U.S. society takes a deep look at its racist underpinnings, corporations are among the institutions being called on to revamp their treatment of black people. Confessions from Your Token Black Colleague: True Stories and Candid Conversations About Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace, provides a first-hand account of the discrimination endured by Author Tali Lavarry while working for corporations that failed to rise to the occasion when it came to creating and fostering a sustainable work environment for diverse hires. Revealing the injustices and hypocrisy that prevails, she makes a case for business leaders to examine their own unacknowledged biases and take action to address systemic racism. Through conversations with progressive white business leaders and professionals in the fields of human resources and diversity and inclusion, with their help she demonstrates what has to be done to create real solutions that protect and fortify people of color and other marginalized groups. Part memoir and part blueprint for change, this book lays bare the mechanisms of workplace racism, from microaggressions to false accusations. Relentless oppression, at a series of corporate jobs, led to her nervous breakdown and confinement to a psych ward. This experience served as the catalyst for a period of soul-searching that resulted in the biggest revelation of her life and the formation of her own diversity, equity and inclusion consultancy. In this book she articulates the attitudes and behaviors of corporate staff that need changing if equity is to be achieved. Through a series of "Proposals for Atonement and Reconciliation," she introduces a strategy that opens the door to the possibility of intrinsic change.

Download or read book Mean Girls at Work How to Stay Professional When Things Get Personal written by Katherine Crowley and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2012-11-02 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the New York Post's Top 10 Career Books of 2012 and a Booklist Top 10 Business Book DO YOU WORK WITH A MEAN GIRL? A woman’s field guide to the new frontier of professional development—working with other women Women-to-women relationships in the workplace are . . . complicated. When they’re good, they’re great. But when they’re bad, they can ruin your day, your week—even your year. Packed with proven advice from two of today’s leading experts in workplace relationships, this one-of-a-kind guide gives women the tools they need to navigate difficult situations unique to women-to-women relationships—whether with a boss, a colleague, a client, or an employee. Have you dealt with a woman in the workplace who: “Accidentally” excludes you from important meetings? Seems intent on taking you down professionally? Gossips about you with other coworkers? Makes you look bad by missing deadlines? Forms a “pack” of mean girls to make your life miserable? Mean Girls at Work isn’t just about surviving difficult situations. It’s about transforming a toxic relationship into one that benefits and supports both of you. This book is also for women who engage in mean behavior . . . but don’t know it. After all, who hasn’t gossiped about a female coworker? Who hasn’t rolled her eyes in the presence of a woman she doesn’t like? Who hasn’t scanned another woman head to toe—which is just a nonverbal way of saying, “You’ve just been judged”? The authors provide invaluable advice to the more subtle ways of being mean—even if they’re not intended. With a workforce composed of a higher percentage of women than ever, workplace dynamics have changed. Crowley and Elster cover every conceivable scenario, providing critical advice on how to rise above the fray and move forward professionally. Mean Girls at Work is your map to dodging the mines and moving forward in today’s transformed workplace. Praise for Mean Girls at Work “An invaluable suit of armor for surviving nine to five!” —Leil Lowndes, bestselling author of How to Talk to Anyone “If you think the emotional cruelty of comedies like Mean Girls and Heathers doesn’t exist in the real world workplace, think again. In Mean Girls at Work, Katherine Crowley and Kathi Elster valuably chronicle female vs. female predators and offer solid defensive strategies.” —Ann Kreamer, author of It’s Always Personal: Navigating Emotion in the New Workplace “Whether you are in your twenties and just starting your professional career, your midcareer forties, when you are supposed to have figured it out already, or a woman in her fifties or sixties who’s seen it all—this book is a must-read. . . . The authors have finally given women the tools and the sound advice necessary to deal with . . . conflicts that keep us all from succeeding. . . . Carry this book with you to work every day!” —Carolyn Cassin, President, Michigan Women’s Foundation “A must-read for women of all ages in today’s workforce. This book offers what we all need to develop the capacities to endure this ever-changing workplace. We know it is all about relationships and you need the skills outlined in this book to survive and thrive when the Mean Girls attack.” —Kim Harrington, Coordinator, Professional Development and Training, Office of Human Resources, California State University, Sacramento

Download or read book In the Name of Dracula written by Sorin Sandru and published by Sorin Sandru. This book was released on 2010-09 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sandru presents an original and thrilling novel about a work-related head injury, exploring the activities of factory workers, doctors, and lawyers, and their interactions. The work displays an original point of view about existence, religion, and people's willingness to struggle and surpass their own limitations of what they can do in life.

Download or read book Service Failure written by Jeff Toister and published by AMACOM/American Management Association. This book was released on 2013 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What causes poor customer service? You might be surprised.

Download or read book Faceless Love written by Byron Simmons and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2023-03-24 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About the Book Byron Simmons introduces himself to the world through Faceless Love, a collection of romance poetry written to create a once-in-a-lifetime love story that rarely seems to exist in our modern world. Throughout the forty-one poems, Simons displays a perfect display of love, with each word being thoughtfully crafted to portray love in its simplest and purest form. Every poem is an ode to the nameless woman he sees in his dreams, the one whom he has yet to find but will, hopefully, one day walk into his life. While he writes his poems to her, he continues to wait, even if it is for eternity, and records all the love he has for her until she arrives. About the Author Byron Simmons is a twenty-two-year-old aspiring artist from Las Vegas. After the tragic loss of his grandfather in 2016 and the hardships of life after high school, his mother helped him find his passion for writing with the gift of a journal. As he began experimenting with writing and music, Simmons discovered his love for poetry. A self-proclaimed introvert, Simmons began to take an interest in psychology and began to lose himself; by listening to others, he forgot to express hi own thoughts. Poetry once again saved him and continues to be a way for Simmons to promote the love inside his heart, spreading it to every soul who reads his works.

Download or read book Undercover Prophets written by Jelani Greenidge and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2023-11-09 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you looking for a way to overhaul your communication style? Do you struggle to connect with people outside of church? Do you need more practice delivering hard truths? Or do you need more joy in your life? If you’re answered yes to any of these questions, you might be a candidate to join the ranks of the Undercover Prophets. Go on a journey of self-discovery and comedic innovation as you learn to grab ahold of your story and transform it into a tool you can use to connect with people, both onstage and off. This book is one part cultural diagnostic, one part memoir, and one part instructional manual. With accessible, funny prose, Jelani Greenidge does a deep dive into an obvious truth hidden in plain sight—that pastors and other Christian leaders need help in connecting with unchurched audiences, and that stand-up comedy can be a great way to do just that.

Download or read book MENIAL written by Jill Johnson y Paloheimo and published by Page Publishing Inc. This book was released on 2016-01-21 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Menial presents a hilarious, witty commentary from the perspective of a young woman as she struggles to find meaning and excitement in her life and in her mundane job. Through her day to day encounters, she describes her coworkers, customers, and daily interactions with her own demons. She finds herself being reprimanded in what she describes as a “generic office sitcom” by just being herself. As she seeks to find happiness in her trite role at the bank, she continually bumps into difficult customers, annoying coworkers, and her own short comings. Enjoy hearing her story as she shows you her perspective of life in a real-life, but “generic office sitcom.”

Download or read book Mr November written by Bailey Bradford and published by Totally Entwined Group (USA+CAD). This book was released on 2018-11-06 with total page 113 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Andy's planning a feast but it has nothing to do with a holiday and everything to do with the sexy shifter whose heart he's determined to win. Andy Cunningham wasn't thrilled with his month in the charity calendar event—he kind of thought November was a bit undignified. But when he meets Kerry, a sexy buck shifter at the calendar release party, he forgets all about posing during Turkey month and starts planning ways to catch Kerry's attention—and his heart.

Download or read book The Complete Mollie McGhie Cozy Mystery Collection written by Ellen Jacobson and published by Ellen Jacobson. This book was released on 2022-03-31 with total page 1189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This humorous cozy mystery collection includes six full-length novels, two novellas, and one short story. If you like quirky characters, adorable cats, and plenty of chocolate, you’ll love the Mollie McGhie mystery series! Prequel – Robbery at the Roller Derby When Mollie joined a roller derby team, she thought she only needed to worry about were bumps and bruises. But when something valuable is stolen from the locker room, she decides to investigate and find the culprit. As Mollie pursues her investigation, not everyone is thrilled when she asks one too many questions. Can Mollie skate her way out of danger, or will her nosiness be the death of her? Book 1 – Murder at the Marina When Mollie’s husband, Scooter, presents her with a dilapidated sailboat for her anniversary, she’s less than impressed. When she discovers a dead body on board, things get even worse. Poking her nose in where it doesn't belong, Mollie finds herself drawn into the tight-knit community living at Palm Tree Marina in Coconut Cove, a small town on the Florida coast. Book 2 – Bodies in the Boatyard Scooter’s latest hare-brained scheme to move on board their boat isn’t exactly Mollie’s dream come true. When someone is murdered in the boatyard, it becomes a total nightmare. Mollie takes matters into her own hands and investigates the mysterious death along with her adorable feline companion, Mrs. Moto. Book 3 – Poisoned by the Pier Mollie thought she had enough problems to deal with when her husband threw out all of her chocolate and junk food. But when someone is poisoned during a cake baking competition, she’s thrust into another murder investigation. In between getting ready for her first sailing race and cheating on her diet, Mollie and her cat, Mrs. Moto, uncover clues, interview suspects, and do their best to avoid rutabagas. Book 3.5 – Buried by the Beach When Mollie agreed to help at a charity event, she thought her biggest worry would be having to wear a ridiculous pirate costume. But when she finds a mysterious envelope addressed to her, she realizes she has a bigger problem to deal with—figuring out what the clues inside mean and clearing an elderly woman’s name. Book 4 – Dead in the Dinghy Mollie is excited about the Coconut Cove regatta. She’s looking forward to sailing to Destiny Key, enjoying the Fourth of July festivities, and dressing her cat, Mrs. Moto, up in adorable costumes for her hubby’s crazy new YouTube channel. Instead, they lose the race, get caught in a dangerous storm, and find a dead body in their dinghy. Book 5 – Shooting by the Sea When Mollie attends the grand opening of her friend’s nail salon, she’s looking forward to getting a manicure and sipping on champagne. The event is going great until Mollie discovers a dead body nearby and her friend’s brother is arrested for murder. Book 6 – Overboard on the Ocean When Mollie went on a cruise to the Bahamas, she wasn’t expecting someone to fall overboard. Convinced that foul play was involved, Mollie sets out to prove that it was murder. During her investigation, Mollie uncovers an investment scam that her husband almost got sucked into and discovers exactly how boring maritime law is. Book 7 – Murder Aboard the Mistletoe When Mollie attends a Christmas party aboard the Mistletoe, she was planning on sipping eggnog, decorating a nautically themed tree, and opening presents. But when someone is killed on board the boat and Santa Claus is arrested, Mollie is thrust into the middle of a murder investigation.Can Mollie discover whodunit before someone else ends up dead?

Download or read book Flip Flops and Microwaved Fish written by Peter Yawitz and published by Greenleaf Book Group. This book was released on 2022-08-02 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revised Edition! A Young Business Professional’s Guide to Office Communication and Workplace Culture Flip-Flops and Microwaved Fish offers very practical and hysterically funny advice on effective office communication. It has become the go-to guide for people either starting out in a career, being promoted to manager, or working for an American company for the first time. The book provides useful career advice and workplace communication skills that can be immediately implemented to help anyone navigate through and succeed in their company culture. In a light-hearted and conversational way, and using tons of examples, Peter Yawitz, a 30-year veteran in global communications consulting, walks readers through not only formal and written rules of office communication but also unwritten business norms. As “Someone Else’s Dad,” he counsels a new generation of workers without the nagging and judgment they might receive from their own parents. His candid and action-oriented advice will help readers get better at mastering small talk, writing persuasive emails, making sense of the hybrid workplace, dealing with sneaky coworkers, managing distracted bosses, and asking for a raise. Readers will find an advocate in Yawitz, someone who can help them succeed both professionally and socially at work. They’ll laugh out loud while they develop the insights needed to advance in their careers.

Download or read book Deceived written by Melody Carlson and published by Tyndale House. This book was released on 2014-02-27 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seventeen-year-old Rachel is longing for a bit of normalcy. After taking a summer job away from home, she meets a good-looking Australian boy with a similar appreciation for church, family, and a more conservative lifestyle. But before she knows it, Rachel finds herself isolated, afraid, and over her head in a religion that doesn’t want to let her go.

Download or read book Damian s Oracle written by Lizzy Ford and published by Lizzy Ford. This book was released on 2011 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Investigation of Un American Propaganda Activities in the United States written by United States. Congress. House. Special Committee on Un-American Activities (1938-1944) and published by . This book was released on 1940 with total page 1664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Gender Issues and the Library written by Carol Smallwood and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2017-11-06 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the legalization of same-sex marriage and the explosion of LGBTQ news coverage in recent years, gender studies is a subject of intense interest in popular media and a part of the curriculum at many colleges. Libraries realize the importance of supporting the field yet many have difficulty finding resources and programming ideas. This book provides case studies and a range of innovative solutions for better meeting patron needs. Twenty-seven chapters are arranged into sections covering Research and Library Instruction, History and Herstory, Programming, Collections and Beyond, and Resources.

Download or read book Dirty Calls written by Sade Rena and published by Elude Books. This book was released on 2021-02-15 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It all started with the wrong number. I never expected he'd have me calling his name. Jessica New to town and overworked, all she wants is to put herself to sleep but gets more than she bargains for when she answers a misdialed call. Curiosity takes hold and instead of hanging up, she joins in, enjoying herself way too much. Once satisfied and slightly embarrassed, she ends the call, finding comfort in knowing she’ll never have to hear from him again. Kade After a long day in the office, he needs a release and is pleasantly surprised when he learns the call to his on again off again fling, is answered by another woman. Intrigued by her boldness and the sensuality of her voice, he rings her line the next day to finish what they started. This is crazy, right? Of course, it is, but against her better judgment, she begins to long for his obsessive nature. An easy choice to make considering they’ve never seen each other and never will. But just as their connections heat up, Jessica learns shocking news that makes this whole affair of dirty calls somewhat forbidden, yet still sexy as hell. DIRTY CALLS is a steamy BWWM accidental romance novella and is book one in the Dirty Love Duet.

Download or read book The Simple Art of Business Etiquette written by Jeffrey L. Seglin and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2016-01-12 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Climb the Corporate Ladder Without Stepping on Others From ethics columnist and Harvard lecturer Jeffrey L. Seglin, discover practical tips for succeeding professionally by succeeding socially. Practicing business etiquette doesn't mean pretending to be someone you're not. Brimming with practical, up-to-date tips on minding your business manners, The Simple Art of Business Etiquette guides you through the tricky territory of office etiquette with real-life stories and workplace scenarios. Become attuned to body language (Don't gawk at others during meetings or at any other time. It's creepy.) Engage in thoughtful introductions (Don't guess at someone's name if you don't remember it.) Practice proper e-mail etiquette (Do you really want to be the jerk who sends annoying e-mails around the office?) Curtail office conflicts (Never punch anyone in the workplace. Never.) Exhibit workplace sensitivity (Listen to your coworkers without cutting them off). Plus, decode the 15 most commonly-used phrases in business. The Simple Art of Business Etiquette proves that minding your manners goes a long way toward successfully advancing your career.